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Lime Icebox Cake

Creamy Lime Icebox Cake: Your No-Bake Summer Treat!

This Lime Icebox Cake is a delicious no-bake dessert featuring creamy lime filling and crunchy Maria cookies, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Creamy Filling
  • 1 can Evaporated Milk Ensure it’s well-blended
  • 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk Use a sugar-free version if preferred
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Lime Juice Consider key limes for vibrant taste
For the Cake Structure
  • 24 pieces Maria Cookies Feel free to substitute with graham crackers or vanilla wafers
For Decoration
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Make sure it’s cold for proper whipping
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar Adjust according to your taste
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract A high-quality extract enhances flavor
Garnish Ideas
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Zest Adds vibrant color and fragrance
  • 2 slices Lime Slices Use them strategically for plating
  • 1 cup Berries Consider strawberries or blueberries
  • 1/4 cup Cookie Crumbs For additional texture on top

Equipment

  • 6 x 3 inches springform pan
  • Blender
  • metal mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Electric mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Pan: Line a 6 x 3 inches springform pan with parchment paper.
  2. Blend Cream Mixture: In a blender, combine the evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and fresh lime juice.
  3. Layer Cake: Spread a layer of lime cream in the prepared pan, then layer broken Maria cookies.
  4. Chill: Cover the cake and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best flavor.
  5. Make Whipped Cream: Whip the heavy cream with sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
  6. Serve: Remove from the pan, spread whipped cream on top, and garnish before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dessert can be made a day in advance; just cover it well to maintain freshness.

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